Persuasive Essay On Texting And Driving

The cellphone is a big invention at this time, people can use cell phones for many purposes besides talking with others. My biggest pet peeve are people who use a cell phone where or when it is not supposed to be used especially talking and texting while driving. Across this nation family and friends are losing their loved ones to fatal texting and driving accidents.These days, many strive to be connected with the world and their friends by using mobile devices. The problem is that many people tend to do so at bad times. For example, while one is driving , it is common to look down at the cell phone to send a short text message that could put their lives in harm. Auto accidents are the fifth leading cause of death and the number one cause for

One of the worst train accidents in U.S history occurred when a conductor exchange a text messages on his phone while operating the train. This issue sparked huge controversy with lawmakers and many states have now enacted bans statewide on a handheld phone usage in the car. Additionally, many states have also enacted laws that make it illegal for bus drivers and drivers with a learner's’ permits to use handheld devices in the cars. The use of cellphones while driving is not only distraction, but it is known to potentially cause disasters like the one discussed above. Cell phone usage while operating a vehicle should be banned in this country because it will prevent more death that occur every day. Furthermore, several solutions exist to solve this problem, Clearly one solution is that states have already banned it. Many companies have already produced products such as hands-free headsets and in car system to eliminate holding a cell phone. The use of cellphones while driving should only be performed in an emergency situation or when the driver is stationary. Technology could be the best way to curb phone use while driving in the form of software that prevents texting while driving, convenient mobile phone pull-out areas with free wifi access, sensor that would jam up mobile phone when the ignition is engaged could be a solution, as software that can tell when a phone is being used in a moving